Greater Mankato Area United Way, Inc.

Uniting to Improve & Save Lives

In the heart of our community, a light shines bright. With your support, Greater Mankato Area United Way is igniting positive, lasting change in our region through Basic Needs, Health, and Education. You can help break the cycle of need, ensuring everyone has the tools to succeed. When we stand united, we are improving lives now and for years to come. 

As part of our 2025 campaign, we are working to raise $2,350,000 to support 65 programs and initiatives throughout our service area of Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet, and Waseca counties. More than 90 community volunteers thoroughly vet each program during our annual review process to ensure your dollars are used wisely. 

          • Last year, our United Way-funded programs and initiatives served 65,000+ people

          • We had 1,700+ regional volunteers.

          • In 2025, our United Way is supporting 65 programs and initiatives. View the full list at MankatoUnitedWay.org/partner-agencies.

          • 90+ community volunteers vet where your dollars go to ensure they are being used wisely.

         • Our recent initiatives include literacy, Hope Squad/youth suicide prevention, sex trafficking prevention, substance use disorder advocacy, Youth Mental Health Navigators, and more.

"My hope is that we can all be a light in the lives of others, and that we can move forward together in a direction of kindness, compassion, and empowerment. Each of us holds the power to spark change. Through Greater Mankato Area United Way, we can make this year one of unprecedented impact for the community we love and serve. Together, we can all make a difference. Be a light. Donate today." – Maria Brown, 2025 Campaign Chair (Exclusively Diamonds)

Our programs focus on Basic Needs, Health & Education to:

          • Provide FOOD, SHELTER & EMERGENCY SERVICES

          • Build SUPPORT SYSTEMS

          • Ensure SCHOOL-READINESS

          • Develop HEALTHY YOUTH

          • Increase INDEPENDENCE FOR SENIORS

          • Engage PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

          • Provide TOOLS FOR FAMILIES

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